Raleigh Parks offers free native plants during Pollinator Week to support local pollinators and conservation efforts, with limited availability at designated locations.

North Carolina has passed the 2025 Investment Modernization Act, altering the state's pension fund strategy by creating a new Investment Authority to replace the sole decision-making power of the State Treasurer.

The Raleigh Police Department’s Transit Unit has made a notable impact in its first month, with a 91% clearance rate in investigations and innovative safety projects that have improved pedestrian and commuter safety.

Wake County seeks public input through a survey for its Farmland Protection Plan, aiming to conserve local farming heritage amidst development pressures.

The Five Points Center hosts an Alzheimer's Education Series to educate on brain and body health, with the next session on July 17, free for adults aged 18 and over.

Durham's Emergency 911 Center undergoes a CALEA accreditation assessment, seeking public input on their performance as part of a four-year review process.

Raleigh's City Council approved a $1.78 billion budget for FY 2026 with no tax increase, focusing on city services and employee pay, despite flat sales tax revenue.

Wake Forest announces a free paper shredding event at Joyner Park on July 14, where residents can safely dispose of documents and contribute to recycling efforts.

Wake Forest announces its 52nd annual Independence Day Celebration with family events on July 3-4, including fireworks, music by The Ray Band, food trucks, and children's activities.

Mayor Foushee proclaims June as Small Cities Month, advocating for investment in infrastructure and community programs to enhance quality of life in small municipalities.

A motorcyclist died in a speed-related crash in Fayetteville near the Airborne & Special Operations Museum; the incident coincided with a separate car chase by state troopers.

Durham Housing Authority requests a $1.5 million loan from the city to manage over $2 million in debts, partly due to uncollected rent amid pandemic-related financial issues.

Wake Forest Police seek public assistance in locating Serena Marie Hoover, a 41-year-old missing woman with cognitive impairment, last seen on June 3.